Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists Salary in Southwest Iowa

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $52,640 -13.2% vs national
Median hourly $25.31
10th percentile $37,760
90th percentile $77,930
Employed locally 250
National median $60,640

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,760
    25th
    $44,430
    50th (median)
    $52,640
    75th
    $63,550
    90th
    $77,930

    Top-paying metros for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Urban Honolulu, HI $83,980
    Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA $82,500
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $82,450
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $80,850
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $80,820
    Napa, CA $79,580

    Related occupations in Southwest Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General $50,790
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics $48,650
    Industrial Machinery Mechanics $64,850
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers $74,900
    Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians $58,240
    Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers $50,000

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists make per hour in Southwest Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Southwest Iowa is $25.31, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.82 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Iowa above or below average for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists salaries?

    The median Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists salary in Southwest Iowa is 13.2% below the national median of $60,640. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Southwest Iowa?

    Entry-level Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $37,760 per year in Southwest Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,430.